Sercos3 Softmaster

Hello,

I've created a first implementation of a sercos softmaster for machinekit based on that

You can get some Information and first results here
github.com/aschiffler/linuxcnc-sercos3

I have also tested this on a Raspbery Pi3 but this device has no "real" Ethernet controller so in fact this did not work probably (realtime capabilities).

Now I need help or hints according several topics
- What is about RTAI/LinuxCNC?
- How to set up a realiable build config / make files because the main part of the code (Sercos-Softmaster-Core) is hosted on sourceforge an includes no build files;
- Implementation of something like a config application or XML parser like the EtherCAT Driver for MachineKit (act. config is fixed coded)
- Testing any feedback about other experiences or requirements (jitter, functionality,....)
- Feedback / Discussion whether this Sercos3 Driver is senseless or has big potential...

I think the potential of sercos3 is that common Ethernet packets can be routed through the same physical cables/switches without having some like EOE (EtherNet over EtherCAT). Perhaps see the introduction here

Best Regards
Andreas